Île Française Numéro 1 Traditional Cache
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Grab your mountain bike and prepare for a day out! Located 23kms (approx.) from the ferry you’ll need to allow plenty of time.
Boats from the French expedition ship, Le Naturaliste, sailed into Western Port in April 1802 and spent a week checking the maps of George Bass.
M. Brevedent circumnavigated the island and called it ‘Île Française’. There is no official record of European settlement on the island prior to 1842. The first island pastoral run was leased in 1850. Chicory growing began in the 1890s and the industry survived for more than 60 years. French Island supports a large population of the long-nosed potoroo as well as containing the most significant population of koalas in Victoria.
The cache is hidden near McLeod Prison Farm, which was established in 1916. Long-term prisoners served their final years there. It closed in 1975 and now operates as a tourist venue.
Prospective visitors should note that cars cannot be ferried to the island. However the landscape is essentially flat to gently undulating, making it ideal for mountain biking.
Precautions.
· Check ferry timetable (03) 9585 5730 www.interislandferries.com.au
pick up points being Cowes Jetty on Phillip Island or Stony Point.
· Bring drinking water, food and insect repellent.
· If cycling, it is highly advisable you use a mountain bike, due to the often sandy and wet conditions encountered. A repair kit is also a must.
Additional Hints
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jjj.cnexjro.ivp.tbi.nh/erfbheprf/05_0465.CQS
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